Sunday, February 26, 2023

Tasting - Magistrate Merlot

Merlot label
Name:
Magistrate Merlot
Variety: Merlot
Region: Paso Robles, California
Country: USA
Year: 2020
Price: $12

Label Tasting Notes: "Decadent flavors of ripe cherry and rich chocolate are accented by nuances of vanilla and spice. A delicate fruit acidity integrated with the natural sweetness of exceptional grapes yields an iconic Merlot of complexity and elegance."

Wine Folly Notes: I got the cherry, and this bottle is from a warmer region in California, so although it was dry, it was also quite fruity. I did not get any chocolate, vanilla, or plum notes. [WineFolly.com]

My Notes: I tried this wine with some friends at the same time as the Tortoise Creek Zinfandel a few weeks ago. I found that it had a light, fruity smell, but a much fuller body with higher tannins than the Zinfandel. I tasted some cherry, but not much else.

I did not pair this with food.

Our tasting group

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